University Police Officer IV (Sergeant)

UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES); United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore is seeking a dedicated supervisor for the Public Safety department. This full-time, nonexempt position oversees police personnel, including communications staff, and may assume command during incidents or emergencies on the UMES campus.

The role performs duties of University Police Officer II/III and contributes to campus safety through effective supervision, staffing, and incident response.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years as a sworn police officer required.
• Experience supervising police personnel preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise police personnel and communications personnel.
• Assume command during incidents or emergencies.
• Ensure staffing and lead during campus incidents.
• Perform duties of University Police Officer II and III.

Skills

Police supervision

Staff leadership

Emergency response

Shift coordination

Public safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Profile Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of Public Safety at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for a full-time, nonexempt position with benefits. Salary: $64,907 - $73,064

Benefits

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff.

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
• Non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on- call pay and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

Physical Demands

• May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting.
• May be required to work in adverse weather conditions.
• May be required to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• May be required to operate a variety of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, functions as a supervisor of a shift and/or complex specialized unit.
• Supervision of all police personnel working under their immediate span of control, to include communications personnel and all security officers.
• Supervise police officers working with them in the absence of their immediate supervisor. The ability to Assume command of the police department in the case of an incident, or emergency, and maintain command until the arrival of command personnel.
• Supervision to include deploying personnel, maintaining good morale, monitoring working caseloads of reports and investigations, and answering any questions regarding the UMES campus.
• Supervision of the communications center and responsibility for all of the security officers that are working during the supervisor's shift.
• Ensure minimum staffing and assume the leadership role during an incident on campus until the response of the command staff if needed.
• Performs all the duties of a University Police Officer II and III UMES.

Preferences

• Experience as a supervisor of police personnel, in any department, not required that it occurred at U.M.E.S. This experience could have occurred on a temporary basis or during the administration of a special police unit.
• The ability to successfully complete the required first line supervisor training conducted by the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a police officer.
• Ability to supervision and maintain patrol Group 1.
• Ability to maintain the safe operation and order for the police department on the University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus.
• Ability to successful complete the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission first line supervision class.

Licenses/ Certifications

• Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission
• Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED AND Two years as a sworn police officer.

Other

Certification as a sworn police officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission and valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license.

Additional Job Details

Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: July 26, 2026 11:59 p.m. Open Until Filled: N/A Department UMES-VPAA-Public Safety Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $64,907 - $73,064

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.

About Us

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website! The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more

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Eligibility

The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.